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Monday, June 27, 2011

Kampar Curry Chicken Bread

Kampar curry chicken bread is a kind of bread..big loaf of bread stuffed with probably half a chicken inside. It is the invention from Kampar, another town located in the state of Perak. I remember that it was such a hit among the locals and tourists when it was first introduced and people would queiung up to try this delicacy.
It looks quite an ordinary bread besides its gigantic size but when you cut the bread open, you will find these delicious curry chicken wrapped in parchment paper or aluminium foil inside the bread. Unlike the normal curry chicken buns, the filling has to be wrapped with paper or foil otherwise the curry gravy would leak out from the dough and i dont think we can actually shape the dough without wrapping the chicken first. You can use your favourite bread recipe to make this, put the wrapped curry chicken in after the first proof of your dough when you want to shape the bread. After putting the chicken inside, you can then shape your loaf and wait for 2nd proof and then send to bake. You can also use your favourite curry chicken recipe to make this, i had used mixed chilli and curry paste to cook mine this time. By the way, the bread recipe that i used here is quite a good recipe, straight dough method, nice bread, you can use this recipe for your other bread or buns fillings.

Method:
1.Add all ingredients A into a mixing bowl of a machine and use a fork to stir till well mixed. Using a dough hook, add in ingredients B slowly and beat roughly for about 5 minutes until it forms a moist firm ball.
2.Add in butter and beat for around 5-10 minutes until the dough looks smooth. Remove dough into slighly floured table and mould into a big ball and let it proof for about 35-45 minutes.
3.After proof, lightly knead the dough again and let rest for another 10 minutes.
4.Roll out the dough into a big round or rectangle depending on the shape you want, put the wrapped chicken at the center and seal the dough by bringing the edges together and pinch and seal them tightly. Transfer this to your baking tray and let it rise for another 40-45 minutes.
5.You can apply egg wash (optional) and bake it a preheated oven at 170C for 25-30minutes ( different oven varies)

1. Pound the garlic and shallots , pour some oil into wok and saute them in wok till aromatic . Add in the chilli and curry boh/paste and saute them on low fire for around 10 minutes or less. Put in the chicken and stir them on medium heat for several minutes.

2. Pour in water and let boil for a minute, add in the coconut milk depending how creamy you like and cover the wok and let it cook for about 10minutes. Add sugar and salt to taste. Dish up and let cool. Wrap them in aluminium foil tightly.

Wow...that is a great bread with a curry parcel inside :) So I don't have to go to Kampar to get this...can drop over to your place for it :) Thanks for sharing the recipe. Will try this out one day :)

Wow, What a surprise bun this is! The entire meal in a loaf. This is ideal for a picnic basket addition, no mess or washing up after eating it. Brilliant and delicious recipe idea Lena! Nonna is grandmother in Italian. They do every thing the authentic way by hand. They are a class of their own in home cooking. Cheers!!!

This is our family's favourite bread too. I have modified mine to be served in individual portions so that each can have their own to dunk and enjoy the curry in any way they like, as the eating can get quite fingerly :) It easier for me to handle too :) Added sesame on top for a more crispy bite.

Wow...Lena, this is really impressive. Would make a great centre piece for any dinner, especially when you cut it right in front of the guests and serve immediately. I can already hear all the 'Wows'! :D Thanks very much for sharing.

Lena, good job! The bread looks so addictive. lol. You know what is the trickiest part in this recipe. It was the gravy! Curry bread need loads of gravy. So, if the curry is over cooked in the bread. Then the gravy became thicken and not nice for dipping. Have you experince the same problem too? Have a lovely evening.Kristy

Hi Lena, I think you bake one of the finest, best looking breads I've seen. Love the colour and texture.And I have not eaten this for a long, long time.And I guess yours would be a hit with whoever lucky enough to pop one in the mouth.Lena....you are good. Outstanding!Lee.

curry is also my all time favorite! and nothing beats eating it with the crusty bread over it. Indeed weird but the ones we have here is called 933 金枕头面包. But i'm pretty sure yours is gonna taste better!